Interested in a Career in Life Sciences?
The Life Science sector in Northern Ireland is a vibrant area encompassing pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, NHS labs, medical devices, clinical trials, R&D, quality control and much more.
The Spotlight on Life Sciences Tour is a two-day programme on 18 and 19 May 2026.
Students who secure a place will visit a number of Northern Ireland’s most innovative scientific employers.
Our goal is clear: to help you discover the huge range of career opportunities within the Life Science sector, including both lab‑based and non‑lab‑based roles.
The programme is designed to:
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- Give Queen's students in‑depth insights into careers across the Life Sciences sector
- Introduce you to leading local employers and the work they do
- Provide on‑site visits so you can see real workplaces and real teams in action
- Strengthen your CV and career confidence, especially if you’re seeking placements or graduate roles
Applications
- Applications will open on 22 January 2026 via the MyFuture platform for Queen’s undergraduate students on the following courses: Biological Sciences, Biomedical Science, Pharmaceutical Science or Pharmaceutical Biotechnology.
- All applicants are required to submit an application form (not a CV) , by the closing date of Friday 06 March 2026, via the MyFuture link that will be available on this web page from 22 January.
- Applicants must be able to fully attend both programme days in order to apply.
- This tour is free to attend, with food and transport provided
- The programme is limited to 24 places, early application is therefore recommended!
What Career areas will you explore?
Life Sciences careers are incredibly diverse, and not all Science graduates work in labs (many do also).
During the tour, you’ll get an overview of the Life Science sector in Northern Ireland and gain exposure to a wide range of roles, including:
- Research and Development
- Manufacturing and Quality
- Regulatory Affairs
- Clinical Trials / Trial Management
- Bioinformatics
- Science Communication
- Medical and Business Development
Employers Taking Part in 2026
Tour participants will meet teams from some of Northern Ireland’s leading Life Science organisations, working across research, manufacturing, clinical trials, and regulatory compliance:
- Almac
- ARC Regulatory
- Belfast Trust Labs
- Celerion
- Eakin Healthcare
- Fusion Antibodies
- Health Innovation Research Alliance NI (HIRANI)
- NI Future Medicines Institute
- Revana Therapeutics
Future Ready Award
The Future Ready Award is an employability award that allows you to gain formal recognition and a certificate for the extracurricular experiences gained during your time at Queen’s.
Assessment is based on submission of reflective pieces on sectoral knowledge gained, and career thinking.
You will also be asked to share your experiences of the tour formally with your peers once you return to Queen’s.